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GAA 114S

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,033 mi
Last recorded68,033 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAA 114S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 68,033 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 68,033 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 67,934 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 67,396 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 66,517 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 66,146 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 66,113 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

slight imbalance on rear brak application

Pass 3 Mar 2009 65,932 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

all front lower suspension arm bushes perishing

rear axle straps perishing

small hole in rear exhaust box

washers weak

Pass 17 Jan 2008 65,620 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 9 May 2006 65,395 miles

oil leaks/slight play both front king pins

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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GAA 114S is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GAA 114S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GAA 114S?

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What year was GAA 114S registered?

GAA 114S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 11 January 1978.

Is GAA 114S safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAA 114S shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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